From the Ranch

Pet care, written by people who do it.

145 articles on boarding, daycare, anxiety, enrichment and cat care, from the team who look after South Sound pets every day.

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Should You Vaccinate Your Pets?

Should You Vaccinate Your Pets?

As pet owners, we all want the best for our furry friends. One of the most effective ways to ensure a long and healthy life for your dog or cat is to vaccinate them...

What to do if Your Pet Runs Away

What to do if Your Pet Runs Away

There are few things more distressing to a dog or cat owner than when their furry friend doesn’t come home. But, our pets are part of our families, and we all will do whatever...

The Benefits of Pet Boarding

The Benefits of Pet Boarding

We all enjoy taking care of our amazing pets. But the reality is that from time to time, we either have to go on business trips, attend to family emergencies, or simply need to...

3 Common Pests That Affect Your Dog

3 Common Pests That Affect Your Dog

If you own a dog, you’re probably well acquainted with parasitic insects. You’ve likely spent hours of your life combing for fleas and checking for ticks. While you’ve likely accepted that dealing with pests...

Mixed Breeds Vs. Purebreds

Mixed Breeds Vs. Purebreds

The decision to bring a dog home is no small matter. Not only do you have to make sure you’ll have enough time, space, and energy, to take care of your new four-legged friend...

Five Tips for Choosing a New Family Dog

Five Tips for Choosing a New Family Dog

Few things in life are as precious as babies and puppies. As an expecting or new parent, you may have decided it’s time to add a furry friend into your life. Before jumping into...

Best Terrier Breeds for Families

Best Terrier Breeds for Families

Fun-loving, playful, and energetic are all words that perfectly describe Terriers. While they initially started as farming dogs, Terriers have become great companions for large and small families in cities and the countr

What To Do If My Cat Meows Too Much

What To Do If My Cat Meows Too Much

Let’s face it, the noises that our cats make are pretty adorable. The little purrs, chirps, and meows are a big part of why we love our feline friends so much. Vocalizations can be...

Should You be Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth?

Should You be Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth?

Most of the time, newborn puppies have that pleasant, sweet-smelling breath that we all know and love. However, as soon as our furry friends start growing teeth and transition from their mother’s milk to...

Is Your Dog Suffering from Allergies?

Is Your Dog Suffering from Allergies?

Watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing - those symptoms are all too familiar if you suffer from seasonal allergies. But did you know that your dog could be affected in the same way that humans...

Top 4 Best Family Dog Breeds

Top 4 Best Family Dog Breeds

Deciding to get a dog is a big decision for a family to make especially if you’re a first-time pet owner. Factors such as how large your yard is, how close you live to...

How to Prepare for Getting a New Cat

How to Prepare for Getting a New Cat

Who couldn’t use some extra snuggles and a happy distraction? Cats provide companionship and bring a smile to our faces with their cute and fun-loving antics. If you’re thinking of adding a new cat...

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